GBP vs INR
🇮🇳1 GBP = 129.10 INR
Rates as of 2026-07-22 · Source: European Central Bank
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
GBP / INR| Period | Then | Now | Change | Trend |
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Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
About GBP / INR
🇬🇧 GBP — British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling is the oldest currency still in use and the fourth most traded currency in the world. It is the official currency of the United Kingdom and its overseas territories.
🇮🇳 INR — Indian Rupee
The Indian Rupee is the official currency of India, the world's most populous country. It is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India and has shown steady growth alongside India's expanding economy.
Key Factors Affecting GBP/INR
🇬🇧 GBP Drivers
- Bank of England interest rate decisions
- UK economic data and Brexit-related developments
- London financial market sentiment
- UK inflation and housing market trends
🇮🇳 INR Drivers
- Reserve Bank of India interest rate and inflation targeting
- Crude oil prices (India is a major oil importer)
- Foreign direct investment and IT sector performance
- Indian monsoon season and agricultural output
💡 Did You Know? — GBP
The pound sterling has been in continuous use since its inception around 775 AD, making it over 1,200 years old.
💡 Did You Know? — INR
The Indian rupee symbol ₹ was officially adopted in 2010, designed by D. Udaya Kumar, combining the Devanagari letter 'Ra' and the Latin letter 'R'.
Economy Overview
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
The UK has one of the largest economies in Europe, with London serving as a major global financial center. The Bank of England (BoE) sets monetary policy and inflation targets.
🇮🇳 India
India has one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world, driven by IT services, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and a massive domestic consumer market.